Summary

Dr. Lawrence Chang is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon with 31 years of experience treating patients with skin conditions and cancers. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. His extensive training has equipped him to handle both routine dermatological care and complex surgical procedures. Dr. Chang is fluent in English, Korean, and Chinese, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Chang practices at Chang Skin Surgery Center in Virginia Beach and maintains an affiliation with Sentara Leigh Hospital. He specializes in treating serious skin cancers including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. His surgical expertise includes performing Mohs surgery, a precise technique for removing skin cancers while preserving healthy tissue. Dr. Chang also provides scalp laceration repair and comprehensive skin lesion treatment and removal services. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 31 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean, Chinese
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Chang Skin Surgery Center

2117 General Booth BlvdVirginia Beach, VA 23454
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English, Korean, Chinese Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English
Virginia Beach , VAFairfax , VAMiami , FLCornelius , NC
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN Med School: Brown Medical School Med School: Wake Forest University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Kuo Chang

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • NALC Health Benefit Plan
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - HMO
  • Optima Health - Medicare
  • Optima Health - POS
  • Optima Health - PPO
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence Kuo Chang has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence Kuo Chang has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Dermatologic Surgery
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Chang's NPI number is 1265548929.

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Dr. Lawrence Chang's office is located at 2117 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, 23454.
What languages does Dr. Lawrence Chang speak?
Dr. Lawrence Chang speaks English, Korean, and Chinese.

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